Concrete pump truck overturns at Hövelhof school construction site
A truck carrying a concrete pump overturned at a construction site in Hövelhof on Tuesday. The accident left three workers injured, with two requiring hospital treatment. Emergency crews rushed to the scene at Hövelhof Secondary School shortly after the incident occurred. The truck tipped over while operating near the school's construction area. Investigators believe the outrigger support may have failed, causing the vehicle to lose balance. Firefighters from Hövelhof faced difficult conditions, as rough terrain slowed the rescue effort.
Two of the injured workers were carried out on stretchers and taken to hospital. A third worker suffered minor injuries but did not need immediate medical transport. Police have launched an inquiry to determine the exact cause of the collapse.
The site remains closed as authorities assess safety risks. No further details on the workers' conditions have been released at this time. The overturned truck has halted construction work while inspections continue. Police and safety officials are reviewing equipment and site protocols to prevent future incidents. Updates on the injured workers' recovery are expected in the coming days.
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